ZB2044
December 2007
Page 15
TM
Section 1 - About Your Telehandler
Safety Rules
Safety Precautions (Continued)
Know and understand all safety precautions before going on to the next section.
WARNING
Entering and exiting the telehandler
should only be done using the three
points of contact.
•
Use only equipped access openings.
• Enter and exit only when the telehandler
is in the fully retracted position.
•
Do use three points of contact to enter and exit
the cab.
•
Three points of contact means that two hands
and one foot or
one hand and two feet are in
contact with the telehandler or the ground at all
times during entering and exiting.
WARNING
Operator should not use any telehandler
that:
•
does not appear to be working properly.
•
has been damaged or appears to have worn or
missing parts.
•
has alterations or modifications not approved by
the manufacturer.
•
has safety devices which have been altered or
disabled.
•
has been tagged or locked out for non-use or
repair.
•
bears an unapproved attachment.
Failure to avoid these hazards could
result in death or serious injury.
Jobsite Inspection
•
Do not use in hazardous locations (see NFPA 505).
•
Perform a thorough jobsite inspection prior to
operating the telehandler, to identify potential
hazards in your work area.
•
Be aware of moving equipment in the area. Take
appropriate actions to avoid collision.
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